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Sunday, February 22, 2015

I've always known reading romance and erotica was good for me. Now I have proof. Because science!

Thank you to writer Kimberly Turner for this guest post!

3 Ways Reading Romance Can Benefit Your Life

Even before Fifty
Shades of Grey was on the scene, women were
avid readers of romance. According to the International Business Times, some 75 million people (90
percent of them women) in the United States read at least one romance novel in
2008, though most are long-time dedicated readers of the genre. And with the
rising popularity of all things kink, being more open about your preference in
literature is not only no longer taboo, it’s encouraged. This is made evident
by Adam and Eve, who explain that erotic
novels offer a slew of sex positive possibilities. Reading your favorite scenes
from a steamy romance aloud to your partner is sure to get you both in the
mood, benefiting your libido and overall sex life. But that’s not all romance
novels have to offer.

Here are 3 ways erotica can give your life a boost
outside of the bedroom:

Improve Memory and Brain FunctionIt’s
fairly well-known that reading offers plenty of intellectual perks. Cracking
open a book regularly can enhance analytical thinking skills, improve your
memory, and even help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to ABC News. But it may come as a surprise
that these benefits are not only gained by reading the classics; cognitive
functions can get a boost from erotic romance, too. Take into consideration
other areas the romance genre stimulates in addition to your brain, and reading
suddenly becomes a total body experience. Improve Self-ConfidenceGone
are the days of the damsel in distress. The majority of modern-day romance
heroines are strong, sassy, and not afraid to express what they want, and then
go out and get it. As Todaynotes, more contemporary
romance novels are featuring fearless female leads in many forms. Their covers
are showcasing that by having a woman alone on the cover or portraying her
dominating a man. Not only does this role-reversal make for more dynamic
plotlines, not to mention hotter sex scenes, it also helps boost the
self-esteem of readers of the genre. Through
portrayals of women that are more grounded in the reality of today’s world,
readers can better relate to the heroine in the novel, placing themselves in
her shoes. By vicariously experiencing a scenario though the female characters
in the book, such as a breakup or marital issues, romance readers are able to
successfully work through similar situations in their own lives. They can
provide a new perspective and additional insight into what they really
want. Improve Your RelationshipAlthough
there’s no doubt your sex life will benefit from reading erotic romance, other
areas of your relationship are likely to reap the rewards, too. The Guardian reported that researchers from the University of Buffalo
found reading fiction can help you better empathize with others, including your
honey. With increased empathy, you’ll be able to see your partner’s side of
things, which can come in handy when faced with a disagreement or major life
decision.Romance
novels are full of emotional moments, and regular exposure to heartfelt
expressions, even when it’s between two characters in a book, can aid in
recognition of that same affection in the real world. By being more receptive
to this kind of emotional vulnerability, you’ll be more likely to communicate
with your partner, not only in regards to sexual fantasies and desires, but about
everyday occurrences. This will then strengthen your bond and overall
connection, both in and out of the bedroom.

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About Me

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Shoshanna Evers has written dozens of sexy stories, including The Man Who Holds the Whip (part of the bestselling MAKE ME anthology), Overheated, The Enslaved Trilogy, and The Pulse Trilogy (from Simon & Schuster Pocket Star).
Her work has been featured in Best Bondage Erotica 2012 and Best Bondage Erotica 2013, the Penguin/Berkley Heat anthology Agony/Ecstasy, and numerous erotic BDSM novellas including Chastity Belt and Punishing the Art Thief from Ellora’s Cave Publishing.
The non-fiction anthology Shoshanna Evers edited and contributed to, How To Write Hot Sex: Tips from Multi-Published Erotic Romance Authors, is a #1 Bestseller in the Authorship, Erotica Writing Reference, and Romance Writing categories.
Shoshanna is also the cofounder of SelfPubBookCovers.com, the largest selection of one-of-a-kind, premade book covers in the world.
Shoshanna is a New York native who now lives with her family and two big dogs in Northern Idaho. She welcomes emails from readers and writers, and loves to interact on Twitter and Facebook.
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